2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 306 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Vamos | Fiero |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |